Morphological Confetti

Greetings friends and family.  Despite the heatwave, I had a chance to get out today.  Walked about 3 miles and stopped once at a cooling station [McDonald's for a cup of water].  I sat there for about 10 minutes and proceeded up to Starbucks where I did some proofreading and a bit of writing.  In terms of progress, I have finished one piece, and I am organizing the writing and ideas for the other pieces.  I've put everything into an outline.  I eventually returned home around 3pm and that's when all the distractions started.  I have to laugh to myself because distractions are only allowed.  We have to give permission to distractions.  I chose to be distracted.  Pray for me; I need more focus. Anyway, tomorrow is a new day.  If God is willing for me [us] to see another day then I hope to do better.  I am going to spend the rest of the evening with my family.  Enjoy your evening as well.  Peace~ Photo: ...

Featuring:  The Talented and lovely Ms. REGINA BELLE Opener: “Smooth” a Luther Tribute Tonight July 16, 2011 @ Fort Dupont Park in Washington, D.C. Free Show:  8-10pm

The weather has been so nice today.  I couldn't have planned it better myself.  I thank God.  He gives us relief from the sweltering heat.  Well, today I actually sat down to write.  I started by revising a poem that I plan to submit, and then I worked on an outline for my next book.  I'm excited about it; I want to share my progress with you as I write.  Sharing my progress will keep me motivated.  There's something about being transparent.  If I don't share my progress with someone, I will only be accountable to myself.  However, if I am documenting my progress and sharing it with interested readers, it motivates me to be consistent.  Yes, consistency is what I need.  It's what I need for every good thing in my life.  Anyway, I am finished with my outline and ready to get this off my chest.  Don't worry, none of my writing will start with the phrase, "...a dark foggy night." ...

Today was productive in other ways.  I didn't get any writing done today, but I attended an informative workshop and cleaned up the office at home.  Early this afternoon, I had a cup of coffee as I watched the rain in reflection.  Rain has that affect on me; it causes me to think about my life, where I want to go, where I need to go, and where God will lead me.  Ultimately, He directs the steps of those who seek Him and I seek Him.  Anyway, the rain was lovely as I looked out my door.  Now, the rain has stopped and I will soon head to Bible study.  Tomorrow, God willing, I will have a post about my progress in writing.  Enjoy your evening.  Peace~

Honeydew – I can just imagine the taste of cold, sweet, Honeydew? In Geoffrey Philp’s latest eBook, Marcus and the Amazons , Honeydew is the drink of choice among the Formicas and the Amazons. The Formicas and the Amazons represent the two main groups in an insect society consisting of Formicidaes and Aphids. Marcus and the Amazons explores the theme of oppression and the effects it has on the oppressed population, who have, in some ways, come to accept it as a way of life. The story focuses on the oppressed Formicas who are ruled by the larger and more numerous Amazons. The protagonist of the story, Marcus, returns from the forest to save his captured love, Amy, and the lives of his fellow Formicas. However, Marcus is met with violent resistance from the mean Queen Victoria of the Amazons and her cruel crony, Captain Bull O’Grady. The story is universal. There are many examples in history where one group oppresses another. For instance, the captain of the Amazons, Bull O’Grady, br...

I had such a long, but enjoyable weekend.  My wife and I went to conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  It was a great conference and also quality time with my wife.  We strolled the AC Boardwalk until we were tired and eventually came back to Maryland.  We got back home a little before 5 A.M., went to sleep and got up 3 hours later for church.  We were tired, but we needed some church after hanging out in South Jersey.  Church was wonderful!  I'm so happy we didn't miss.  Overall, the weekend was a blessing.  By the way, if you are ever in Atlantic City along the Boardwalk watch the Seagulls.  They are gangster!  They will literally snatch food out of your hand.  Enjoy your day.  Peace~

I am reading Geoffrey Philp's book, Marcus and the Amazons ; so far, it's a great story.   I hope to finish it this weekend.   I had to cut my pleasure reading short to run errands and prepare for my weekend.  I'll tell you all about the weekend when all is said and done.  Overall, I'm not proud of my days work.  It was a lackluster beginning, but I'm hopeful.  Enjoy your weekend.  Peace~

Who knew that Frederick Douglass had a great smile?  Whenever I think of Slaves or Freedman, I think of individuals who have been mistreated and worn.  However, this is not true.  Read this description of Frederick Douglass around the time of this death: His appearance on the platform was imposing. His height was over 6 feet and his weight was fully 200 pounds. His complexion was swarthy rather than black. His head was covered with a great shock of white hair. A large head, low forehead, high cheekbones, and large mouth, with gleaming white teeth , were some of the noticeable characteristics of his appearance. As a speaker he was characterized by his earnestness. He made but few gestures and used simple language. My thoughts and imagination: As I look at his face, I imagine him in a happy moment smiling or laughing.  Looking at his eyes, I can imagine that is eyes are barely visible depending on how wide his smile.  I imagine him at his most joyful time...

Hey folks.  Sometimes, it is good to get back to good old journaling or blogging.  I started blogging 6 years ago, and it has been more than rewarding in so many ways.  For the month of July, I will posting my daily progress on my summer work. Also, I will, on occasion, do my regular post on history and culture.  This is in an effort to encourage myself to create  and execute the goals I purposed in my heart; they were the goals I promised myself back in May.  Anyway, I am holding myself accountable.  Discipline, I feel, is learned and practiced; I'm on the path.  Well, I hope you all have a very nice evening.  Please come and visit.  I will need your encouragement. Be also encouraged.  Peace~